Citizen's First Smartwatch (Costs $200 Too Much)

[@deepkag]

“Old watch is an heirloom, Old Smartwatch is e-waste” This sums up whole review perfectly

[@KabobHope]

You have a point. I don't think anyone will be handing this down to a grandson. On the other hand, it's pretty cool to get workout stats from a watch and also be able to go phoneless.

[@furqansiddiqui8129]

Agree.. He's a genius crafting those endings!!

[@rumatadestora]

That's actually the essence of any smart watch. That's why I don't see a point in buying those

[@deepkag]

@@rumatadestora Yes, Smartwatches have their own utilities and benefit but it’s not long lasting. After 2-3 years battery will give up and there’s no easy way to replace it.

[@saimamerzougui7981]

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[@rushainefairclough5209]

Your reviews keep on getting better and better, I think you are currently the best reviewer on KZbin... job well done as always 👏 👍

[@kpn574]

+1

[@EternalXPE]

Agreed

[@rishikeshsharma2217]

True

[@abbasshah1963]

Seconded.

[@anugrahmathewprasad172]

It's always so well written

[@rcytray]

"An old watch is an heirloom; an old smartwatch is e-waste." Sums up my thoughts about smartwatches so elegantly. Your scripting is tight as always. Great work.

[@dragos8839]

Is there any chance a smartwatch would last at least 5 years or more ?

[@josephsebastian8499]

Words is Wisdom, that needs to passed on from one generation to the next, "Old watch is a Heirloom, an Old smart watch is E-Waste".

[@XanthosAcanthus]

My jurassic park burger king watch still works... had to replace the battery though. I will pass it down lol.

[@Jorj57]

@@XanthosAcanthus 10years?

[@XanthosAcanthus]

@@Jorj57 it's from 1997, so no.

[@qwertpoiuy430]

@@XanthosAcanthus my Hamilton is from 1948 and uses no batteries. Keeps time nicely. No cool reptiles tho

[@XanthosAcanthus]

@@qwertpoiuy430 fret not my friend. You can always put some small dinosaur stickers or decals on it. Easy fix.

[@frooxe]

I never really buy any of the things you use because I have a very different tech taste. I just really enjoy watching your videos!

[@TN_AU]

Cool story

[@kopfschuss881]

@@TN_AU he's complimenting Mr mobile on his video. What's wrong with that?

[@TN_AU]

@@kopfschuss881 whats wrong with saying "cool story"? Edit: My definition of "cool story" is, cool I like the reply.

[@sisir360]

Haha, I can relate. If I were to get a smartwatch, it would undoubtedly be an Apple Watch. Android smart watches wouldn’t work all that well with my phone anyway. But it’s always nice to see what’s happening on the other side of the fence!

[@oxoConstantinEoxo]

Yeah Michael has a gift of telling interesting things about things you aren't even into. Hell i don't even care for smart watches 😜 Still love his content haha

[@radxavier2269]

i absolutely love the personal anecdotes in your reviews, it makes it feel so much more...human

[@canadianty]

I can't tell you how much I related to this video. My first "real watch" I ever purchased myself as an adult, was also a Citizen. I've also inherited my fathers first watch, which is also a Citizen (It's over 30 years old and still works great!). Finally, I've also been trying to talk myself out of buying the SkyHawk for my upcoming birthday LOL. Awesome video, Mr. Mobile. All the best to you!

[@shiroTpoison]

You make some of the most enjoyable tech reviews on KZbin. Long time viewer here! Congrats on finally reaching 1M BTW, it should have happened way before.

[@been01010]

Something about smartwatches I've been noticing over the years is that as well as not having a great longevity to them (if not in hardware, then in software), is that manufacturers continue to try cramming in as many functions of a smartphone into a smaller rounded touchscreen rather than focusing on a less is more approach. Seeing the use of the crown as an analogue interface for the UI is great to see more of because, well trying to accurately press icons on smartwatch screens is frustrating at times and nobody wants their beautiful watch face obscured by smudge marks

[@ru2225]

Idk, my first gen Samsung Galaxy Watch is still running fine, and it turns 3 yrs old later this yr. And looks cosmetically still good too despite the bashing its taken over the yrs

[@CRANEREVIEWS]

@@ru2225 you are lucky, had 2 Galaxys that had the screen go bad super fast. =(

[@saimamerzougui7981]

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[@ru2225]

@@CRANEREVIEWSah unlucky, typical mega corporation's quality control I guess. I've swam with mine at beachs (salt water) and took it rock climbing and it survived with 0 issues.

[@Wishwader]

A “less is more” approach would be to ditch round displays altogether. Only reason mechanical watches were round was because there was a cog in the middle making a sweeping circular movement. Then it was effectively turns into a square watch once the lugs were added on, just with lots of wasted space between the dial and the lugs. Much better to start with a square watch in the first place. Just lazy design without any real thought behind it. Citizen could have done something different here, but the execs are flogging an old design and pretending its made by Citizen.

[@DavekayBSC]

"You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation." This is why I love traditional watches. You can have a pre-WWII Omega that still keeps good time and is wearable (just for the love of God keep it away from water). These smart watches will last at most for a couple of years until their batteries are shot, then it's landfill time.

[@JoshuaTruckin]

Lies this whole comment is a complete lie. I had every Apple Watch and I sell it and it’s gets a new life... even with the iPhones. It’s older people that’s always have doubts about new techs.

[@mayooreshananandarajah4550]

@@JoshuaTruckin but those iPhones and Apple Watches are not going to last more than a few years at most with their new owners. The batteries will degrade over time and eventually the manufacturers will stop supporting old models. Unlike a quality mechanical watch which are usually built to last.

[@TheLaXandro]

Even an oldschool digital watch will last pretty much forever. Just change the batteries in time and a F91 will soldier on for decades. A perfect little heirloom to give to your 4-year old son, low in monetary value but not in sentimental.

[@FalconWindblader]

@@JoshuaTruckin Having bought & sold them like that suggested that you never used any of them for more than 3 years. try to use one of those for TEN YEARS just ONCE for a change, & we'll see if you could still say the same thing.

[@FalconWindblader]

@@TheLaXandro Even old smartphones back in the mid-2000s could easily last over a decade, probably even without a need to change their batteries. smartphones these days, along with smartwatches, good luck having them last over 5 years with constant use.

[@nerovanguard846]

Man, the production and script in these mrmobile reviews are the ceiling on what tech reviewers should be. Made me wanna buy a classic watch sheet WATCHing it

[@pbmpharmacist]

The BEST reviews! Always have to stop whatever I'm doing to make time for Mr Mobile.

[@DrekiTech]

I wholly appreciate your candor and willingness to criticize brands when something could be done better, or cheaper. Thank you for your honesty.

[@Mrletmehelp]

As always, a reviewer I can trust. Thanks MrMobile. I'm also a long time Citizen fan and this just hurts feelings that they put so little effort into it.

[@cblizz730]

Bought the same watch in 2000 and still keep it in mint condition. Time literally flies.

[@samazwe]

I love MrMobile videos, Michael's presentation style is unique and infectious 💖🇿🇦

[@venom5809]

When you said the smartwatch won't last 20 years you are spot on. I used to collect watches and have several that are 15 to 20 years old and still running great, I also have an Apple Watch Series 2 that this week has started to stop holding charge it would seem. In the last two days I would put it on at 8am and it would be dead within 5 hours. In the grand scheme of things it's not a big deal considering it didn't cost that much but for anyone buying one of these types of watches that's what they should expect and I babied my watch, never put it in water or worked out in it or used it for phone calls etc, so a heavy handed user I imagine would have less longevity.

[@arunjoseph4275]

You are an awesome honest reviewer. Humbly introduces a sponsor by not irritating the viewers. Great job mate keep it coming.

[@Ledshot]

I think you hit the nail on the head with this review, I've had smartwatches come and go but throughout the years I've still always gone back to my Oris automatic.

[@8phips8]

My over 5 year old Gear S2 still runs fine. Only the battery got a bit weaker over the years. But I still upgraded to a Galaxy Watch3 last year.

[@tams805]

My Gear S2 Classic also seems to have held up well. The battery hasn't degraded as much as I expected it to. That said, the band pin came loose yet again and I just haven't found a want to go back to it. I just stick to my analogue watch.

[@GudieveNing]

Wear OS reminds me of the failed MSX gaming console platform from way back and after that 3DO. The manufacturers were/are limited in what they can do and seem to lack the imagination and freedom that comes with creating your own platform. Hence, the success of the superb Samsung (Tizen powered) S3 (still good two years later!) and of course, the Apple Watch, although I prefer circular over rectangular. ;) Citizen should work with Samsung to create a smartwatch that will last at least a decade by using a processor that will not age so quickly and feature a large screen, no dark bezel area that makes the screen look larger than it is, like this Citizen. Great review as usual Mr Mobile! :)

[@1yaya11]

citizen fan here... and I 100% agree with you, missed opportunity and too much of a price disparity.

[@roberttranceedm]

So, your resolution for 2021 was that you lift up the already very high production efforts and presentation quality to new levels?! From what we see...oh and one more thing: the chosen background music is wonderful, Michael! Keep it!

[@kopfschuss881]

I really enjoy your videos, Michael. For years I hope to find a review done by you on a piece of mobile tech. Even before Mr. Mobile brand. Keep it up.

[@armchaircritech]

Smooth production and hit the nail on the head when you said old smart watches is an e- waste .looking forward for the latest smart watch reviews...

[@armchaircritech]

@Mr Mobile Micheal Fisher lol is this even true ?? 🤣🤣🤣🤣 @mrmobile ??

[@He_isI]

I too am a huge fan of Citizen Eco watches. This is the most relative video on why I will wait to buy my 1st smart watch. Thanks Michael!

[@squadron6090]

Thumbs up for another honest review from MrMobile.

[@dukebrobbey64]

Always deliver on your opening comments !...makes ones know beforehand the ins and outs of the reviewed products.

[@ckhound1]

I personally own a Fossil Gen 5, but I will definitely be going back to traditional watches. I find myself currently wearing my Orient Bambino more than my smartwatch. They are just heartless shells. I like the longevity of an actual watch, Citizen with their EcoDrive makes some of the best Quartz out watches for the price. Just so many options, so many styles, but most importantly, those watches have some semblance of horology behind them.

[@joseledesma4776]

Awesome, honest, well made review. You are a gem.

[@oiramsq73]

Thank you for ticking all MY boxes. My first “adult” watch was a Citizen Promaster Windsurfing watch (which I lost, replaced and then found!) For me, (after near hits (and misses)) with two Apple Watches and complete misses with Montblanc and Tag Heuer smart watches I had a lot of hope for the CZ... for just about the same reasons as you listed: robust build and the ability to ‘dial-up’ (pun intended) a collection of faces from the Citizen Hall of Fame. From what you’ve said, I’m going to park those ambitions for version two. Thank you. I really enjoyed this review and found it helpful.

[@hydrofal78]

Superb, thanks M. Have a lovely day. 100% support your review.

[@ismailaittoulba5695]

Since your review on the first Samsung's edge phone few years ago, i felt something different , this is how a tech journalist should sound ! Never disappointed ! Thank you 🙏

[@hjander]

Honesty, refreshing. Your dad gave you more than just a watch. Continued good luck!

[@MahmoudMaguid]

Brilliant review as always Mr Mobile

[@OzAkman]

Exciting! Love your videos Commander Fisher!

[@Surkit914]

I loved loading classic watch faces from Omega and Panerai on my Asus Zenwatch 3 until it finally died. I've been watching your channel for a while now, and it always convinces me not to buy a replacement just yet. I'm hoping soon you do encourage me to finally replace that missing watch on my arm.

[@farmsim22player]

Hi Mr. Mobile I love you videos, I hope you continue. I like that you do them even though we are in a rough time. Stay Mobile

[@sheahill6628]

Excellent points in your review.

[@JBeene]

Couldn't agree more. I have several Citizen watches. I LOVE them. Their ECODrive technology has kept them running for over 15 years, without a battery replacement. Granted I have had 3 Apple Watches in the past 5 years, I still wear my Citizen timepeaces to formal events or strenuous activities that might damage the more sensitive Apple Watch. There's definitely something beyond monetary value attached to my faithful Citizen watches.

[@U2haveanicedayty2]

Michael Awesome! Video and I like many different types of timepieces and love that you still have yours.Thanks for sharing Deb👌✌

[@dankovac4176]

I love your watch reviews. That's something no one does. Keep it up! 🔥

[@craig2100]

Nice job Michael. Looking forward to more smart watch videos...this might be the year I breakdown and buy a Smart Watch. Btw, Happy New Year!!!!

[@myshaney8556]

5:14 can someone please tell me what that jelly fish thing is in the back I would like one looks so cool

[@throttleblip1]

Looks like some small squid

[@gregrich]

It’s a Jellyfish Mood lamp you can find them online. They don’t cost a lot and look cool.

[@TheMrMobile]

Yep. This one is from Hammacher Schlemmer.

[@magicmike_]

As always, I live for these reviews. Thanks as always Michael!!

[@magicmike_]

@Mr Mobile Micheal Fisher haha nice try

[@Faze-2]

Thank you for doing this review

[@EmperorRyker]

Gotta say, though, despite not having any inclination to buy it, for me this is probably the best looking smartwatch I've seen to date.

[@DorianLBlair]

As the owner of a 18 year old Citizen watch myself...its been laying on my nightstand next to a 1 year old Citizen as well as a 14 yo Tissot ever since I got my Galaxy Watch 3 Titanium in October.

[@MrDan11422]

Your story telling allows us to feel like we are on the journey with you. A great give away you could offer would be a day spent with you. Learn how to create from beginning to end. "A day with Mr Mobile" contest. I'm sure you wouldn't have a problem with someone sponsoring this. Thanks so much.

[@viktorkongskov5692]

I'm still waiting for fossil to implement qi wireless charging instead of that proprietary charger.

[@TheMrMobile]

Big same

[@jwhisky4128]

I remember gen 3 Fossils had wireless charging, then they replaced it with the infamous back ring design since gen 4. Still wondering why.

[@ThuTran-qv4or]

Yeah me too if they include it ,everyone will go crazy

[@ThuTran-qv4or]

@@jwhisky4128 NANI???But yeah, why???🧐🧐

[@SK-sm8bc]

very useful and informative... good job...thank you.

[@markm1630]

Great review again👍👍

[@righthandofdoom77]

That is what puts me off smart watches, they're not meant to last like a real time piece. I have a few Citizen watches and some Pulsar Spoons too, all of them roughly 20 years old and they all work perfectly. You can't say that about any smart watch.

[@FalconWindblader]

Well, smartwatches are essentially smartphones in watch form factor after all, & smartwatch people are usually the kind who'd dump old tech to go after new ones every few years, instead of buying things that could easily last over a decade.

[@righthandofdoom77]

@@FalconWindblader True but I don't think the smart watch market will ever take over the watch watch market.

[@FalconWindblader]

@@righthandofdoom77 The watch market ain't going anywhere alright. the smartwatch industry is just too goddamn different to truly appeal to the existing conventional watch market.

[@approxahmed]

1:05 anyone knows what the container that displays the numbers here is called?

[@BredzPro]

Idk what specific watchface it is, but I know it's from Steins;Gate!

[@TonyWang]

Another great review. Really hits home with me as I'm a watch collector mainly Seiko but all Automatics

[@samuelruiz7377]

So wait for the new soc great to hear kinda wanted one but I'm hesitant great to hear this review

[@NateJDrums]

Wow, I wore at Citizen Watch to my prom too... Nice. Great video!!!

[@calebnation7797]

Same.

[@lhan516]

Thanks for the review. Good one.

[@ThugByChoice]

Excellent review, I'm so glad someone warned me.

[@icebeam23860]

Wow, this was really a top-notch review. You really hit the nail on the head about it being just another stock WearOS watch. They should've at least tweaked the UI some like the OPPO Watch did.

[@WT2D-Michel]

Great and human review.... thank you for sharing those photos.

[@captainmorgan5449]

Citizen kinda following LG's pattern of overpricing smartwatches ( LG Watch W7) 2018 with underwhelming internals. It makes it easy to pick cheaper alternatives with similar internals...great review!

[@avs_4u]

The last nail of the coffin, you nail it.

[@ObaidulHasan]

Yes, that's what I wanted from you. Keep more review of brand like this in your playlist and appreciate this kind of product rather than reviewing over priced product like apple headphone.

[@kalachar]

Production values of Mr.Mobile Videos are just staggering

[@UnusedChar]

Put Discovery season finale on pause to watch this. Worth it

[@theborgv]

Everything else in the world is worth putting that shit show Discovery on pause LOL 😂

[@varisht4]

I have loved this season of Discovery, even with some of the flaws in the episodes.

[@theborgv]

@@varisht4 but how? Watch The Expanse instead.

[@chrisbrown6932]

I ended up getting this for $160 shipped. We'll see how it pans out...

[@Matanumi]

Won't last 2 years let alone 20

[@ProfessorMad86]

@4:21 This is my main gripe with any android wear smartwatch. These crappy magnetic charging pins always start to rust after 6 months and after that, charging eventually becomes impossible. The standard charging method should be wireless as found on samsungs or apples smartwatches. Other than that i totally agree with the review. It is disappointing to see the low effort citizen put in this smartwatch. It seems like watch makers don't understand what makes a great smartwatch. They think they are innovative just for the fact that there is a smartwatch with their branding on it.

[@ThuTran-qv4or]

Yeah agreed 💯

[@mcidor]

Thanks for the review. I have a beautiful Citizen Promaster watch that I have owned since 1999. I have needed to replace the battery every couple years but it is still the gold standard that I have judged all watches. I have many other watches including an Apple Watch series 1 and would love to have another smartwatch but think I will pass this one after watching the review.

[@bonyhardian7]

Very nice review!

[@gutWrench9mm]

This content is so professional

[@lightningvini]

Of course Michael got the LCARS warchface :) When I saw it, I immediately thought of him haha

[@carloenix]

Great review!!!

[@chillbilling2743]

Well done

[@126sangeet]

A perfect review ❤️

[@eezeepee]

FINALLY someone actually acknowledges that Wear OS updates in 2020 really improved the experience. It's amazing that my Fossil Carlyle is actually better now than when I got it in 2019.

[@johnny6212]

Fantastic review...I’m a huge Citizen fan and since I need to replace my Garmin Fenix 3 and I really don’t use most of the Garmin features, I was going to order the CZ...but your review put into perspective for me “...just another Google watch in disguise”. It’s a shame that Citizen didn’t do more to set this watch apart with both software and hardware. Hopefully they’ll see they missed the mark and redeem themselves if they want to enter the Smartwatch market.

[@thecianinator]

I got the Garrett HR for I think 125 bucks, definitely money well spent. I think the Citizen watch is literally the exact same watch, case and all, just with the bezel and buttons replaced.

[@nikhilrocksful]

Jelly fish lamp is soo dope man Great review🔥👍

[@aceb2660]

Damn imagine if Rolex and other traditional luxury watch brands partners- up with Apple and release their own smartwatch lol

[@TechDove]

A Rolex Apple Watch.... 🤔 Apple's prices, as well as Rolex's are inflated enough, don't give them ideas

[@thecianinator]

@@TechDove clearly you don't remember the $17,000 Apple watch 😆

[@jchubyt]

Does Hermès count?

[@sunnybunny1209]

Love the great stories that come with an equally great tech vid, cheers to 2021!

[@tominator369]

Very well made video!

[@sakibhossain6230]

As a youtuber, this guy is a saint

[@VictorGuimaraesHeine]

I have the same citizen, but in a brasilian "smoke squadron" special edition. I love it.

[@anzer789]

What’s the song playing during the title card?

[@rafalg87]

The casing on this watch is Fossil Hybrid HR FB-01 with some slight modifications. They had to adapt it for use with the OLED screen and other Wear OS-compatible components (e.g. the rotating crown is new), but I think it's 100% made by Fossil, they just slap some Citizen branding on it.

[@Rocksaplenty]

I have the S2 active; it's been a great watch, especially for my job.

[@cionheart]

I'm more interested in that floating thingy lamp in the background at 5:06 What is it?

[@gregrich]

It’s a Jellyfish mood lamp you can find them online.

[@aalexanderkim]

Out of topic, but what’s that jellyfish behind you 5:03 ? Looks so awesome

[@marshallblr]

awesome! a real -smart watch, knows only as much as it needed! amazing! unfortunately I cannot share your disappointment and $200 is nothing for a smart-watch! pretty clever construction! Well done Citizen! ; ),

[@mrbacchus6127]

Thanks for showing a nice Citizen watch - - The navisail

[@JamesRussoMillas]

Mike, I'm with you. I'm also a massive Citizen fan and have 6 of their watches (the newer gen because Eco-Drive is awesome) but yeah there is just nothing special here. At the very least, it needs that price cut and a bunch more 1st party faces.

[@EddieDexterStewart]

You just saved me $200.00. Thank you!

[@Prince_Sidon]

5:23 is that jellyfish dancing in water thing from Hammacher?

[@TheMrMobile]

Yep

[@CursedDepartmentEastOffice]

The production quality of Mr Mobile videos remind me of Discovery Channel shows from the 2000s. It doesn't feel like a typical KZbin video, even the high quality ones. It has legitimate TV show quality production.

[@TheMrMobile]

As someone who grew up on Discovery shows of the late 90s, I'm genuinely honored by this comment. Thank you very much.

[@HalXV]

You should take a look at the xiaomi mi watch, granted, it's China only, but it has practically everything you always say a smart watch needs, it has the crown, 2 day battery life, 1gb ram, AMOLED display, exclusive watch faces, esim for calling and messaging , and it costs around 120 us dollars, it's insane value, I ordered mine and with a few tweaks it has been undoubtedly become my favorite wear os watch ⌚. Just make a special episode or something you won't regret trying it

[@kiddo4308]

I enjoy your videos. Ice been wanting a smartwatch for a long time, there's so many watches that look the same, am glad you pointed that out. Also a huge fan of citizen as well. This was disappointing to see what citizen put out.

[@fouzaialaa7962]

i stumbled upon this video by chance !! i always say and i will always say smart watches died with pebble !!! a 2 week battery life ...no junk no unnecessary sensors no gimmicks ...good old high quality watch with just exactly what you need i still love my pebble Steel i had it for all these years and i never felt the necessity to upgrade ....shame that pebble got stomped by Fitbit

[@dreadlock17]

My first "adult" watch is a Citizen, too. Still wearing it to this day. 15 years and counting

[@djzrobzombie2813]

I like that fact that you are a citizen fan you know good watches